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Curfew
01
an order or law that prohibits people from going outside after a specific time, particularly at night
Examples
The government imposed a strict curfew, requiring everyone to be indoors by 9 PM to maintain public safety.
During the state of emergency, the mayor announced a curfew to prevent looting and ensure order.
02
a signal, often a bell or siren, indicating the start of curfew restrictions
Examples
The town bell served as the curfew each evening.
Citizens returned home when the curfew sounded.
03
the specific time at which curfew restrictions begin
Examples
The curfew is set for 9 p.m. every night.
Residents must be indoors before the curfew.
